# CME Group to Launch SOL Futures on March 17 Amidst ETF Momentum

*Author: Bankless*
*Published: Feb 28, 2025*
*Source: https://www.bankless.com/read/cme-group-to-launch-sol-futures-on-march-17-amidst-etf-momentum*

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CME Group, the leading derivatives marketplace, will introduce Solana (SOL) futures on March 17, pending regulatory approval. 

This expansion beyond Bitcoin and Ether derivatives includes [two contract sizes](https://www.theblock.co/post/343980/cme-group-solana-futures-march-17) tailored to investor demand. The move coincides with recent Solana ETF filings, indicating increased institutional interest and a possible path to spot ETF approvals.

## **What’s the Scoop?**
- **Contract Options**: Solana futures will be available in micro (25 SOL) and larger (500 SOL) contract sizes.
- **Institutional Momentum**: Asset managers such as Franklin Templeton and Grayscale have filed for spot Solana ETFs, acknowledging the SEC's interest.
- **Regulation and Approval**: The launch increases prospects for spot ETF approval, as futures markets often precede approval of spot ETFs.
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